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What's Your Dating IQ?

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Dating can be difficult, and it's equally tough to assess just how much you know about the do's and don'ts of the dating game in 2017. So what's your dating IQ?

How would you describe your dating style?

Crazy

Haphazard

Structured

Intimidating

Would you date yourself?

No, I'm so awkward

No, I'm not that interesting

Yes, just look at me

Yes, I have a lot to offer

Are you ever your true self on a first date?

Yes, 100%

I try to hide some things but my true self always ends up making an appearance

I hold a few things about my personality back

I hold quite a few things back

What look are you going for?

Sporty

Casual

Bombshell (sexy)

Chic

How would you react to a compliment from your date?

I would compliment them back

I would blush until I was red

I would say thanks

I would give them a flirty look

What should your date bring on the date?

A present would be nice

Their wallet

Their charm

Their manners

Would you ever date someone who was already in a relationship?

Why not?

I'd hesitate but agree in the end

I don't think so

Hell-to-the-no

What about someone with kids?

No, thanks

I really don't like children

As long as the kids are well-mannered

I don't see why not

What happens when your prospective date wants to do something you don't want to?

I tell them their idea sucks

I go but sulk the entire time

I cancel last minute

I suggest something else

Have you ever tried online dating?

No, never

I'm curious but I've never tried it

Once or twice

Yes, multiple times

Which of these are you most likely to join?

OkCupid

Match.com

Tinder

eHarmony

What do you do if someone says they'll text you and they don't?

It totally slipped my mind as well

I blow up their phone with calls

I text them, no biggie

I don't text at all

What's your ideal first date?

A movie

A party

A picnic

A dinner

You're on a dinner date but you feel sick. What do you do?

Stick it out

Cry

Collect myself in the washroom

Apologize and tell your date

Who has to pay for the date?

The person who eats the most

I do

We split the bill

Not me

What's the first thing you think when your date blows you off last minute?

Nothing, it's totally normal

Offer to come over to meet them

Reschedule

I'm really mad, this outfit is new

What would you do if your date started asking you uncomfortable questions?

I'd answer them

I'd answer but ask uncomfortable questions back

I'd lie

I'd ask them to stop

What about if they got a little touchy-feely?

It's totally fine with me

I don't say anything but I'm cringing on the inside

I politely put some distance between us

I say nicely that I'm not comfortable with it

How far would you go on the first date?

All the way

A cheeky kiss

A peck on the cheek

A hug

If you were on a horrible date and you were asked for a second one, what would you say?

Yes, maybe they were nervous

Yes, it's a free meal

Tell them you'll call them and never do

Say no right away

But how quickly would you agree to go on a second date if the first one was awesome?

I'd end up asking for a second date first

Right away

The next morning

A few days

Is long distance dating something you'd ever try?

Sure, why not

It sounds like fun

Yes, but I wouldn't do it seriously

No, it won't work

You see your date making an absolute mess with with his/her food. What do you do?

Laugh it off

Cringe but don't say a word

Politely tell him/her about their mess

Look for an excuse to leave

What can you not stand in a date?

Foul/bad language

Being stuck up

Being cheap

Bad manners

Which of these foods are you most likely to order on your first date?

Fried fish and onion rings

Spaghetti bolognese and garlic bread

Salad

Steak and potatoes

And what will you be drinking?

Beer

Soda

A cocktail

Wine

What is the worst thing your date can do?

Stay on their phone the entire time

Talk about themselves-alone

Talk about how sensitive they are

Talk about their ex the whole time

Where do you usually meet your dates?

At the club

Online

At the gym

Through friends

How much do you talk to your date before going out with them?

Once

A few times

For a week or two

A month or two

What quality is most attractive to you?

Physical appearance

Kindness

Personality

Loyalty

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